Prominent Egyptian actor Yousra, known for her slim figure, shocked spectators during her latest public appearance as she appeared to have gained weight.

Sources said that Yusra purposely gained weight for her role in the new television drama “Sharbat Looz”.

In the drama, Yusra plays the role of a woman named Sharbat who works at a textile factory owned by a famous fashion designer. The designer asks for her hand marriage. Sharbat, who has turned 40-years old, turns down the fashion designer due to her responsibility of raising her brothers and sisters.

The drama also stars Sameer Ghanem, Jordanian actor Saba Mubarak and Nisreen Imam. The script is written by Tamer Habeeb and is directed by Khaled Mar’aa.